Installing Double Skin & Insulation

Grant Tier 2 – Course Code GET3019

Basic knowledge of cladding beneficial but not essential | Duration: 6 hours over 2 days

Course Scope

  • PPE.
  • Using the correct hand and power tools.
  • Interpreting plans, specifications, drawings.
  • Selecting materials.
  • Installingcladding systems.
  • Installing roof lights.
  • Spacer systems.
  • Insulation.
  • Breather membranes.
  • Vapour control.
  • Sealants and fillers.

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify and use appropriate PPE for the task or activity.
  • Identify and safely use hand tools for the task or activity.
  • Identify and safely use power tools for the task or activity.
  • Interpret sources of information for the task or activity.
  • Select size and quality of materials from drawings and schedules using required formulas and calculations.
  • Select correct materials, components and fixings associated with the task or activity.
  • Explain how to install sheeting and cladding systems.
  • Demonstrate how to install sheeting and cladding to built up systems, insulated board systems and composite panel systems.
  • Demonstrate how to install insulation systems.
  • Demonstrate how to check quality of work.
  • Explain the purpose of spacer systems.
  • Explain the purpose and use of insulation.
  • Explain the purpose and use of breather membranes.
  • Explain the purpose and use of vapour control layer and air barrier.
  • Explain the purpose and use of sealants.
  • Explain the purpose and use of fillers.